Toyota 86 (2020 year). Manual in english — part 7

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5-1. Essential information

If the vehicle is trapped in rising water

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Remove the seat belt first.

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If the door can be opened, open the door and exit the vehicle.

●

If the door can not be opened, open the window using the power
window switch and exit the vehicle through the window.

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If the window can not be opened using the power window switch,
remain calm, wait until the water level inside the vehicle rises to the
point that the water pressure inside of the vehicle equals the water
pressure outside of the vehicle, and then open the door and exit
the vehicle.

WARNING

■

Using an emergency hammer

*

for emergency escape

The front side windows and rear side windows, as well as the rear window
can be shattered with an emergency hammer

*

used for emergency escape.

However, an emergency hammer

*

can not shatter the windshield as it is

laminated glass.

*

: Contact your Toyota dealer or aftermarket accessory manufacturer for fur-

ther information about an emergency hammer.

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Escaping the vehicle from the window

There are cases where escaping the vehicle from the window is not possible
due to seating position, passenger body type, etc.

When using an emergency hammer, consider your seat location and the size
of the window opening to ensure that the opening is accessible and large
enough to escape.

In the event the vehicle is submerged in water, remain calm and per-
form the following.

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If your vehicle needs to be towed

Before towing

The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.

●

The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.

●

The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.

Emergency towing

If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads
for short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.

For vehicles with an automatic transmission, only the front towing
eyelet may be used.

If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type
truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
If towing from the rear, the vehicle's front wheels and axles must be
in good condition. (



P. 392)

If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

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Towing eyelet

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Before emergency towing

Release the parking brake.

Shift the shift lever to N.

Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the
“ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine running) position.

Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to ACCESSORY (engine off) or IGNITION ON
(engine running) mode.

■

If towing a vehicle

Do not tow another vehicle. If towing a vehicle that has broken down is
unavoidable, avoid towing a vehicle that is heavier than your vehicle. Also,
do not pull out a vehicle that has fallen into a ditch.

WARNING

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Caution while towing

●

Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelets and the cables or chains. Always
be cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.

●

If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.

STEP

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STEP

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STEP

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NOTICE

■

To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission in emergency
towing (vehicles with an automatic transmission)

Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the ground. This may
cause serious damage to the transmission.

■

To prevent damage to the vehicle

●

When towing this vehicle, make sure to observe the following:

• Do not use a wire rope
• Keep vehicle speed below 20 mph (30 km/h) and do not tow for dis-

tances over 19 miles (30 km)

• Tow the vehicle in the forward direction
• Do not apply rope to the vehicle's suspension and so forth

●

Do not tow another vehicle, boat (trailer) and so forth, that is heavier than
this vehicle.

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When towing down a long slope

Use a wheel lift-type or flat bed truck. (



P. 392, 393)

If a wheel lift-type or flat bed truck is not used, the brakes may overheat,
leading to poor brake performance.

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5-1. Essential information

Installing a towing eyelet

Remove the eyelet cover(s).

To prevent damage to the vehicle, cover the tip of the screwdriver
with a rag.

Front

Remove the upper cover using a
flathead screwdriver and then
pull the lower cover outward by
hand to remove it.

Upper cover
Lower cover

Rear

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Insert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by
hand.

Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut
wrench.

STEP

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STEP

3

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Location of the emergency towing eyelet



P. 425

WARNING

■

Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle

Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing. This
may lead to accidents that cause serious injury or even death.

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After towing

●

Always remove the towing eyelet. Failure to do so can cause the SRS air-
bags to not operate correctly in the event of a frontal collision.

●

Always remove the towing eyelets. Failure to do so may prevent the fuel
pump shut off system from operating properly if the vehicle receives an
impact from the rear.

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Towing with a sling-type truck

NOTICE

■

To prevent body damage

Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

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Towing with a wheel lift-type truck

From the front

Vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission: Use a towing dolly
under the rear wheels.

Vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion: We recommend using a
towing dolly under the rear
wheels.

When not using a towing dolly,
release the parking brake and
shift the shift lever to N.

From the rear

Vehicles without a smart key
system: Turn the engine switch
to the “ACC” position so that the
steering wheel is unlocked.

Vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem: Turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode so that the steering wheel
is unlocked.

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Using a flat bed truck

If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45



.

Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.

NOTICE

■

To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission when towing
using a wheel-lift type truck (vehicles with an automatic transmission)

Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.

■

To prevent damaging the vehicle

●

Vehicles without a smart key system: Do not tow the vehicle from the rear
when the engine switch is in the “LOCK” position or the key is removed.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels
straight.

●

Vehicles with a smart key system: Do not tow the vehicle from the rear
when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is off. The steering lock mecha-
nism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.

●

When raising the vehicle from the rear, ensure adequate ground clearance
for towing at the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate
clearance, the vehicle could be damaged while being towed from the rear.

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If you think something is wrong

If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.

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Visible symptoms

●

Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)

●

Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear

●

Vehicles with a monochrome multi-information display: The
engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points
higher than normal

●

Vehicles with a color multi-information display: The high
engine coolant temperature warning light flashes or illumi-
nates

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Audible symptoms

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Changes in exhaust sound

●

Excessive tire squeal when cornering

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Strange noises related to the suspension system

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Pinging or other noises related to the engine

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Operational symptoms

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Engine missing, stumbling or running rough

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Appreciable loss of power

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Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking

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Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road

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Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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Fuel pump shut off system

Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is
activated.

Vehicles without a smart key system

Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

Restart the engine.

Vehicles with a smart key system

Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY mode
or turn it off.

Restart the engine.

NOTICE

■

Before starting the engine

Inspect the ground under the vehicle.
If you find that fuel has leaked on to the ground, the fuel system has been
damaged and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.

When the vehicle sustains an impact in an accident, etc., the fuel
pump shut off system operates to stop supplying fuel in order to
minimize fuel leakage.

STEP

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STEP

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds...

Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.

The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Brake system warning light

• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system

This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.

Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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Stop the vehicle immediately.

The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Charging system warning light

Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.

Low engine oil pressure warning light

Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.

(Flashes or illu-

minates in red)

High engine coolant temperature warning light (if
equipped)

Indicates that the engine is almost overheating. (



P. 450)

As the engine coolant temperature increases, this warning
light will change from flashing to constantly illuminated.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Have the vehicle inspected immediately.

Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Malfunction indicator lamp

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.

SRS warning light

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The seat belt pretensioner system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

ABS warning light

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS;
• The brake assist system.

Electric power steering warning light (warning buzzer)

Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system.

Slip indicator

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• The TRAC system;
• The hill-start assist control system.

Automatic headlight leveling system warning light

Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling
system.

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(Comes on in

yellow)

Cruise control indicator light

Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.

■

If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving

First check the following:

●

Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.

●

Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.

The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several driving trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, con-
tact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

■

SRS warning light



P. 125

■

Electric power steering warning light (warning buzzer)

The electric power steering warning light may come on and the warning
buzzer may sound when the voltage is low or the voltage drops.

WARNING

■

When the electric power steering warning light comes on

The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold
firmly and operate using more force than usual.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Follow the correction procedures.

After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

Open door warning light (if
equipped)

Indicates that a door or the
trunk is not fully closed.

Check that both side doors
and the trunk are closed.

(Comes on in

yellow)

Low fuel level warning
light

Remaining fuel
(Approximately 1.8 gal.
[7.0 L, 1.5 Imp. gal.] or
less)

Refuel the vehicle.

(On the instru-

ment cluster)

Driver’s seat belt
reminder light
(warning buzzer)*

1

Warns the driver to fasten
his/her seat belt.

Fasten the seat belt.

(On the center

panel)

Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)*

2

Warns the front passenger
to fasten his or her seat
belt.

Fasten the seat belt.

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Tire pressure warning
light

When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure
such as
• Natural causes (



P. 403)

• Flat tire (



P. 425)

Adjust the tire inflation
pressure to the specified
level.

The light will turn off after
a few minutes. In case the
light does not turn off
even if the tire inflation
pressure is adjusted,
have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.

When the light comes on
after blinking for approxi-
mately one minute:
Malfunction in the tire pres-
sure warning system
(



P. 404)

Have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.

Automatic transmission
fluid temperature warning
light (if equipped)

Indicates that the auto-
matic transmission fluid
temperature is too high.

Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and shift the shift lever
to P.
If the light goes off after a lit-
tle while, the vehicle can be
driven. If the light does not
go off, contact your Toyota
dealer.

Master warning light (if
equipped)

A buzzer sounds and the
warning light comes on and
flashes to indicate that the
master warning system has
detected a malfunction.



P. 408

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

*1

: Driver’s seat belt buzzer:

Vehicles without a smart key system

The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat
belt is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position,
the buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph
(20 km/h), the buzzer sounds once. If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24
seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds. Then, if the
seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20
more seconds.

Vehicles with a smart key system

The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat
belt is not fastened. Once the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to
IGNITION ON mode, the buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle
reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer sounds once. If the seat
belt is still unfastened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently
for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will
sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds.

*2

: Front passenger’s seat belt buzzer:

The front passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger
that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds once if the vehi-
cle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfastened
after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds. Then,
if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for
20 more seconds.

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Front passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder
and warning buzzer

●

If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger
detection sensor may cause the warning light to flash and warning
buzzer to sound, even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.

●

If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passen-
ger, and the warning light may not operate properly.

■

When the tire pressure warning light comes on

Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level.

■

The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes

The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes such
as natural air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by tem-
perature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light (after a few minutes).

■

When a tire is replaced with a spare tire

The compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will
not turn off even though the flat tire has been replaced with the spare
tire. Replace the spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the tire infla-
tion pressure. The tire pressure warning light will go off after a few min-
utes.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

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If the tire pressure warning system is inoperative

The tire pressure warning system will be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.)

●

If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters are used.

●

If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is
not registered in the tire pressure warning computer.

●

If the tire inflation pressure is 55 psi (380 kPa, 3.87 kgf/cm

2

or bar) or

higher.

The tire pressure warning system may be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.)

●

If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies
are nearby.

●

If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle.

●

If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.

●

If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the
wheels or wheel housings.

●

If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used. (Even if you use Toyota
wheels, the tire pressure warning system may not work properly with
some types of tires.)

●

If tire chains are used.

●

If a large metallic object which can interfere with signal reception is
put in the trunk.

■

If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking
for approximately one minute

If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for
approximately one minute when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is
turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system) or the
engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key
system), have it checked your Toyota dealer.

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WARNING

■

If the tire pressure warning light comes on

Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.

●

Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.

●

If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired
by the nearest Toyota dealer.

●

Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.

■

If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur

The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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WARNING

■

Maintenance of the tires

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly
when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a differ-
ent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure warning system) that
illuminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when
one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) illumi-
nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a sub-
stitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire
pressure warning light).
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operat-
ing properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indi-
cator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure
warning light). When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will
flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illumi-
nated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illumi-
nated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure
as intended.

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WARNING

TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a vari-
ety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires
or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pres-
sure warning system) malfunction telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter-
nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to
continue to function properly.

NOTICE

■

To ensure the tire pressure warning system operates properly

Do not install tires with different specifications or makers, as the tire
pressure warning system may not operate properly.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If a warning message is displayed (vehicles with a color multi-information display)

Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.

The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.

Warning message

Details

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning

A buzzer also sounds.

If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and
perform the following actions:

Master warning light

The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.

Multi-information display

If any of the warning light comes on again after the following
actions have been performed, contact your Toyota dealer.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Stop the vehicle immediately.

The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

Warning message

Details

(Comes on in red)

Indicates that the engine is almost overheating.
(



P. 450)

A buzzer also sounds.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Have the vehicle inspected immediately.

Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Warning message

Details

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The seat belt pretensioner system;
• The front passenger occupant detection system.

A buzzer also sounds.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS;
• The brake assist system.

A buzzer also sounds.

Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power
Steering) system.

A buzzer also sounds.

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(Flashes)

(Flashes in yellow)

Indicates a malfunction in the smart key system.

A buzzer also sounds.

Warning message

Details

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Follow the correction procedures.

After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning message and light go off.

Warning message

Details

Correction procedure

Indicates that one or
more of the doors is
not fully closed

The system also indi-
cates which doors are
not fully closed.
If the vehicle reaches
a speed of 3 mph (5

km/h),

flashes to indicate that
the door(s) are not yet
fully closed.

Make sure that both
side doors are closed.

Indicates that the trunk
is not fully closed

If the vehicle reaches
a speed of 3 mph (5

km/h),

flashes to indicate
that the trunk is not
yet fully closed.

Close the trunk.

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*: This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As a

result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed.

(Vehicles with an auto-

matic transmission)

Indicates that the auto-
matic transmission fluid
temperature is too
high.

A buzzer also
sounds.

Stop the vehicle in a
safe place and shift the
shift lever to P.
If the message is
cleared after a little
while, the vehicle can
be driven. If the mes-
sage is not cleared,
contact your Toyota
dealer.

(Flashes)

Indicates that the lights
are left on when the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch is off and the
driver’s door opened.

A buzzer also
sounds.

Turn the lights off.

(Comes on in yellow)

Indicates that remain-
ing fuel is approxi-
mately 1.8 gal. (7.0 L,
1.5 Imp. gal.) or less

The estimated
remaining driving
range will be dis-
played under this
warning message.*

Refuel the vehicle.

Roads may be icy due
to the low outside tem-
perature.

Drive carefully avoiding
sudden acceleration,
sudden braking, sud-
den deceleration, and
sharp turns.

Warning message

Details

Correction procedure

414

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Have the malfunction repaired immediately.

After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning message and light go off.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details

Correction

procedure

Once



(Flashes)

(Flashes in yellow)

Indicates that the
electronic key is
not present when
attempting to
start the engine.

Confirm
the loca-
tion of the
electronic
key.

Once

3 times

(Flashes)

(Flashes in yellow)

Indicates that a
door other than
the driver’s door
has been opened
and closed with
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch in any
mode other than
off and the elec-
tronic key out-
side of the
detection area.

Confirm
the loca-
tion of the
electronic
key.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Once

3 times

(Flashes)

(Flashes in yellow)

(Vehicles with an auto-

matic transmission)

The electronic
key was carried
outside the vehi-
cle and the
driver’s door
was opened
and closed
while the shift
position P was
selected with-
out turning off
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch.

Turn the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch off
or bring
the elec-
tronic key
back into
the vehi-
cle.

Once

3 times

(Flashes)

(Flashes in yellow)

(Vehicles with a manual

transmission)

The electronic
key was carried
outside the vehi-
cle and the
driver’s door
was opened
and closed
while the shift
position N was
selected with-
out turning off
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch.

Turn the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch off
or bring
the elec-
tronic key
back into
the vehi-
cle.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details

Correction

procedure

416

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Once

Contin-
uous
(5 sec-
onds)

(Displayed alternately)

(Flashes)

(Flashes in yellow)

An attempt was
made to exit the
vehicle with the
electronic key
and touch the
lock sensor to
lock the doors
without first turn-
ing the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch off.

Turn the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch off
and lock
the doors
again.

Intermit-

tently (7

seconds)



(Flashes)

(Flashes in yellow)

An attempt was
made to drive
when the regular
key was not
inside the vehi-
cle.

Confirm
that the
electronic
key is
inside the
vehicle.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details

Correction

procedure

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Contin-
uous



(Flashes)

(Vehicles with an auto-

matic transmission)

The driver’s door
was opened
while any shift
position other
than P was
selected without
turning off the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch.

Shift the
shift lever
to P.

Contin-
uous

Contin-
uous

(Displayed alternately)

(Flashes)

(Flashes in yellow)

(Vehicles with an auto-

matic transmission)

The electronic
key was carried
outside the vehi-
cle and the
driver’s door was
opened and
closed while any
shift position
other than P was
selected without
turning off the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch.

• Shift the

shift lever
to P.

• Bring the

electronic
key back
into the
vehicle.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details

Correction

procedure

418

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency



Contin-
uous
(5 sec-
onds)

(Flashes)

An attempt was
made to lock the
doors using the
smart key sys-
tem while the
electronic key
was still inside
the vehicle.

Retrieve
the elec-
tronic key
from the
vehicle
and lock
the doors
again.

Once

Contin-
uous
(5 sec-
onds)

(Flashes)

An attempt was
made to lock
either door by
opening a door
and putting the
lock lever into the
lock position,
then closing the
door by pulling on
the outside door
handle with the
electronic key still
inside the vehi-
cle.

Retrieve
the elec-
tronic key
from the
vehicle
and lock
the doors
again.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details

Correction

procedure

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Once



(Flashes)

(Flashes in yellow)

(Vehicles with an auto-

matic transmission)

• When the doors

were unlocked
with the mechani-
cal key and then
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch was
pressed, the
electronic key
could not be
detected in the
vehicle.

• The electronic

key could not be
detected in the
vehicle even after
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch was
pressed two con-
secutive times.

Touch the
electronic
key to the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch
while
depress-
ing the
brake
pedal.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details

Correction

procedure

420

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Once



(Flashes)

(Flashes in yellow)

(Vehicles with a manual

transmission)

• When the doors

were unlocked
with the mechani-
cal key and then
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch was
pressed, the
electronic key
could not be
detected in the
vehicle.

• The electronic

key could not be
detected in the
vehicle even after
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch was
pressed two con-
secutive times.

Touch the
electronic
key to the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch
while
depress-
ing the
clutch
pedal.

Once



(Flashes)

(Vehicles with an auto-

matic transmission)

An attempt was
made to start the
engine with the
shift lever in an
incorrect position.

Shift the
shift lever
to P and
start the
engine.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details

Correction

procedure

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency





Power was
turned off due to
the automatic
power off func-
tion.

Next time
when
starting
the
engine,
increase
the engine
speed
slightly
and main-
tain that
level for
approxi-
mately 5
minutes to
recharge
the bat-
tery.

Once



(Flashes in yellow)

Indicates that the
electronic key
battery is low.

Replace
the bat-
tery.
(



P. 363)

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details

Correction

procedure

422

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Once



(Flashes)

(Vehicles with an auto-
matic transmission)

The driver’s door
was opened and
closed with the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
turned off and
then the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
was put in
ACCESSORY
mode twice with-
out the engine
being started.

Press the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch
while
depress-
ing the
brake
pedal.

During an engine
starting proce-
dure in the event
that the electronic
key was not func-
tioning properly
(



P. 442), the

“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
was touched with
the electronic
key.

Press the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch
while
depress-
ing the
brake
pedal
within 10
seconds
of the
buzzer
sounding.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details

Correction

procedure

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Once



(Flashes)

(Vehicles with a manual

transmission)

The driver’s door
was opened and
closed with the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
turned off and
then the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
was put in
ACCESSORY
mode twice with-
out the engine
being started.

Press the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch
while
depress-
ing the
clutch
pedal.

During an engine
starting proce-
dure in the event
that the electronic
key was not func-
tioning properly
(



P. 442), the

“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
was touched with
the electronic
key.

Press the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch
while
depress-
ing the
clutch
pedal
within 10
seconds
of the
buzzer
sounding.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details

Correction

procedure

424

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Once



(Flashes)

(Flashes quickly in green)

Indicates that the
steering lock has
not been
released.

Release
the steer-
ing lock.
(



P. 172)

Con-
tinu-
ous



(Flashes)

(Vehicles with an auto-

matic transmission)

The “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch has been
turned off with the
shift lever in a
position other
than P.

Shift the
shift lever
to P.

Once



(Flashes)

(Vehicles with an auto-

matic transmission)

After the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
has been turned
off with the shift
lever in a posi-
tion other than P,
the shift lever has
been shifted to P.

Turn the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch off.

■

Warning buzzer

In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an
audio sound.

Interior

buzzer

Exterior

buzzer

Warning message

Details

Correction

procedure

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If you have a flat tire

Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.

■

Before jacking up the vehicle

●

Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.

●

Set the parking brake.

●

Shift the shift lever to P (vehicles with an automatic transmis-
sion) or R (vehicles with a manual transmission).

●

Stop the engine.

●

Turn on the emergency flashers. (



P. 384)

■

Location of the spare tire, jack and tools

*

: Vehicles with a T145/70D17 compact spare tire

Jack

Jack handle

Spare tire

Towing eyelet

Screwdriver

Wheel nut

wrench

Spacer

*

426

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Taking out the spare tire

Remove the luggage mat.

Remove the cover and loosen
the center fastener that secures
the spare tire.

STEP

1

STEP

2

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Replacing a flat tire

Chock the tires.

Slightly loosen the wheel nuts
(one turn).

STEP

1

Flat tire

Wheel

chock posi-

tions

Front

Left-
hand
side

Behind the
rear right-
hand side
tire

Right-
hand
side

Behind the
rear left-
hand side
tire

Rear

Left-
hand
side

In front of
the front
right-hand
side tire

Right-
hand
side

In front of
the front
left-hand
side tire

STEP

2

428

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Turn the tire jack portion “A” by
hand until the notch of the jack is
in contact with the jack point.

Raise the vehicle until the tire is
slightly raised off the ground.

Remove all the wheel nuts and
the tire.

When resting the tire on the
ground, place the tire so that the
wheel design faces up to avoid
scratching the wheel surface.

STEP

3

STEP

4

STEP

5

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Installing the spare tire

Remove any dirt or foreign mat-
ter from the wheel contact sur-
face.

If foreign matter is on the wheel
contact surface, the wheel nuts
may loosen while the vehicle is
in motion, and the tire may
come off the vehicle.

Install the spare tire and loosely
tighten each wheel nut by hand
to approximately the same
amount.

Tighten the wheel nuts until the
tapered portion comes into
loose contact with the disc
wheel seat.

Lower the vehicle.

Firmly tighten each nut two or
three times in the order shown in
the illustration.

Tightening torque:

89 ft•lbf (120 N•m, 12.2 kgf•m)

STEP

1

Tapered portion

Disc wheel
seat

STEP

2

STEP

3

STEP

4

430

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools. (



P. 431)

■

The compact spare tire

●

The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily only in an emergency.

●

Make sure to check the tire pressure of the compact spare tire.
(



P. 468)

■

When using the compact spare tire

As the compact spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be
warned. Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure
warning light comes on, the light remains on.

■

If you have a flat rear tire

Install the compact spare tire on the front of the vehicle. Perform the fol-
lowing steps.

Replace a front tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat rear tire with the tire removed from the front of
the vehicle.

■

After completing the tire change

The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (



P. 346)

STEP

5

STEP

1

STEP

2

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

■

Storing a tire (for compact spare tire)

■

Storing a tire (except compact spare tire)

Vehicles with a T145/70D17 compact
spare tire only: Install the spare tire
spacer with the “Ft



” mark facing the

front of the vehicle and the rear edge of
the spacer contacting the vehicle body.

Install the center fastener as shown in
the illustration.

STEP

1

STEP

2

Vehicles with a T145/70D17 compact
spare tire only: Before stowing the flat
tire, remove the spare tire spacer.

Install the center fastener as shown in
the illustration.

STEP

1

STEP

2

432

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

WARNING

■

Using the tire jack

Improper use of the tire jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to
the vehicle suddenly falling off the jack.

●

Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or
installing and removing tire chains.

●

Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat
tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for
replacing tires on this vehicle.

●

Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.

●

Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack.

●

Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the
jack.

●

When raising the vehicle, make sure that no one is in the vehicle and
unload all luggage from the vehicle.

●

When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.

●

Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to
replace the tire.

●

Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.

Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one
working on or near the vehicle may be injured.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

WARNING

■

Replacing a flat tire

●

Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immedi-
ately after the vehicle has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around
the brakes will be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet
or other body parts while changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.

●

Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel ornament, as it may fly off the
wheel while the vehicle is moving.

●

Failure to follow these precautions could cause the wheel nuts to
loosen and the tire to fall off, resulting in death or serious injury.
• Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 89 ft•lbf (120

N•m, 12.2 kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.

• When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifi-

cally designed for that wheel.

• If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut

threads or bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer.

• When installing the wheel nuts, be sure to install them with the

tapered ends facing inward. (



P. 358)

434

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

WARNING

■

When using the compact spare tire

●

Remember that your compact spare tire is specifically designed for
use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another
vehicle.

●

Do not use two compact spare tires simultaneously.

●

Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possi-
ble.

●

Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shift-
ing operations that cause sudden engine braking.

●

Install the compact spare tire on a front wheel.

■

When storing the compact spare tire

Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the compact
spare tire and the body of the vehicle.

■

Speed limit when using the compact spare tire

Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failing
to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or seri-
ous injury.

■

When the compact spare tire is attached

The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys-
tems may not operate correctly:

●

ABS & brake assist

●

VSC

●

TRAC

●

EPS

●

Cruise control

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

NOTICE

■

Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire.

Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair.

■

Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire
installed on the vehicle.

The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire
compared to when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving
over uneven road surfaces.

■

Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire

Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving
performance.

■

When replacing the tires

When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as the tire pressure
warning valve and transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.

■

To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters

When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is
used, contact your Toyota dealer or other qualified service shop as soon
as possible. Make sure to replace the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter when replacing the tire. (



P. 346)

■

Stowing the jack

When stowing the jack in the jack holder, make sure that the part that the
jack handle attaches to is pointing towards the inside of the trunk. Failure
to do so may damage the vehicle body.

■

Replacing a flat tire

Do not hit and bend the disc rotor backing plate when removing and
installing the tire. A bent backing plate may scrape against the disc rotor
and cause noise while the vehicle is in motion.

436

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If the engine will not start

If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures
are being followed (



P. 166, 175), consider each of the following

points.

■

The engine will not start even when the starter motor oper-
ates normally.

One of the following may be the cause of the problem.

●

There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.

●

The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. (



P. 166, 175)

●

There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(



P. 79)

■

The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume.

One of the following may be the cause of the problem.

●

The battery may be discharged. (



P. 445)

●

The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.

■

The starter motor does not turn over. (vehicles with a smart
key system)

The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an
electrical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. How-
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine.
(



P. 437)

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Emergency start function (vehicles with a smart key system)

When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally:

Vehicles with an automatic transmission

Set the parking brake.
Put the shift lever in P.
Set the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.

Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Toyota
dealer.

■

The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.

One of the following may be the cause of the problem.

●

One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.

●

The battery may be discharged. (



P. 445)

●

There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system. (vehi-
cles with a smart key system)

Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

STEP

1

STEP

2

STEP

3

STEP

4

438

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Vehicles with a manual transmission

Set the parking brake.
Put the shift lever in N.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Push and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about
15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal and clutch
pedal firmly.

Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Toyota
dealer.

STEP

1

STEP

2

STEP

3

STEP

4

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (vehicles with an automatic transmission)

If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there
may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.

Set the parking brake.
Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine
switch to the “ACC” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Depress the brake pedal.

Pry the cover up with a flat-
head screwdriver or equiva-
lent.

Press the shift lock override
button.

The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.

STEP

1

STEP

2

STEP

3

STEP

4

STEP

5

440

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If you lose your keys

New genuine keys can be made by your Toyota dealer. For vehicles
without a smart key system, bring a master key and the key number
stamped on the key number plate. For vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem, bring the other key and the key number stamped on the key
number plate.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If the electronic key does not operate properly (vehicles with a smart key system)

Unlocking and locking the doors, unlocking the trunk

Use the mechanical key built in to the electronic keys to operate the
doors and trunk. (



P. 23)

Vehicles with an alarm: An alarm will sound if the alarm is set when the
trunk or doors are unlocked. (



P. 82)

Doors

Locks driver’s door
Unlocks driver’s door

Trunk

Turn the mechanical key clock-
wise to open.

If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is inter-
rupted (



P. 31) or the electronic key cannot be used because the

battery is depleted, the smart key system and wireless remote con-
trol cannot be used. In such cases, the doors and trunk can be
opened or the engine can be started by following the procedure
below.

442

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Starting the engine

Vehicles with an automatic transmission

Ensure that the shift lever is in P and firmly depress the brake
pedal.

Touch the Toyota emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.

When the electronic key is
detected, a buzzer sounds and
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch will turn to IGNITION ON
mode.

When the smart key system is
deactivated in customization set-
ting, the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch will turn to ACCESSORY
mode.

Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that the smart key
system indicator light (green) turns on.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.

In the event that the “ENGINE START STOP” switch still cannot be
operated, contact your Toyota dealer.

STEP

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Vehicles with a manual transmission

Ensure that the shift lever is in N and depress the clutch
pedal.

Touch the Toyota emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.

When the electronic key is
detected, a buzzer sounds and
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch will turn to IGNITION ON
mode.

When the smart key system is
deactivated in customization set-
ting, the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch will turn to ACCESSORY
mode.

Firmly depress the clutch pedal and check that the smart key
system indicator light (green) turns on.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.

In the event that the “ENGINE START STOP” switch still cannot be
operated, contact your Toyota dealer.

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Stopping the engine

Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Shift the shift lever to P and press
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch as you normally do when stopping the
engine.

Vehicles with a manual transmission: Shift the shift lever to N and press the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch as you normally do when stopping the
engine.

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Replacing the key battery

As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery depletes.
(

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P. 363)

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Alarm

Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set,
the alarm may be triggered. (

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P. 82)

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Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes

Vehicles with an automatic transmission

Release the brake pedal and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in

above.The engine does not start and modes will be changed each

time the switch is pressed. (

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P. 169)

Vehicles with a manual transmission

Release the clutch pedal and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in

above.The engine does not start and modes will be changed each

time the switch is pressed. (

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P. 169)

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If the doors cannot be locked or unlocked by the smart key system

Lock and unlock the doors by the mechanical key or wireless remote control.

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If the battery is discharged

The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehi-
cle's battery is discharged.
You can call your Toyota dealer or a qualified repair shop.

If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehi-
cle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your vehicle following
the steps below.

Connect the jumper cables according to the following pro-
cedures:

Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in
the illustration.

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Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with a smart key system only: Open and close any
of the doors of your vehicle with the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch off.
Vehicles without a smart key system: Maintain the engine
speed of the second vehicle and turn the engine switch to
the “ON” position, then start the vehicle's engine.
Vehicles with a smart key system: Maintain the engine
speed of the second vehicle and turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode, then start the vehi-
cle's engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.

Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.

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Starting the engine when the battery is discharged

The engine cannot be started by push-starting.

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Avoiding a discharged battery

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Turn off the headlights and the air conditioning system while the engine is
off.

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Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.

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Charging the battery

The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges
automatically during driving.)

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Precautions when the battery is discharged (vehicles with a smart key
system)

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In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart
key system when the battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote con-
trol or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.

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The engine may not start on the first attempt after the battery has
recharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a
malfunction.

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The “ENGINE START STOP” switch mode is memorized by the vehicle.
When the battery is reconnected, the system will return to the mode it
was in before the battery was discharged. Before disconnecting the bat-
tery, turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the “ENGINE START STOP” switch was in
before the battery discharged, be especially careful when reconnecting
the battery.

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Avoiding battery fires or explosions

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery.

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Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi-
nal.

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Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-
minals.

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Do not allow open flame or use matches, cigarette lighters or smoke near
the battery.

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Battery precautions

The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery.

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When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.

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Do not lean over the battery.

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In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.

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Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.

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Do not allow children near the battery.

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To prevent damage to the vehicle

Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle as the three-way catalytic converter
may overheat and become a fire hazard.